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Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Other
applications included in the image continue to be available for installation through the Drivers and
Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager.
For more information, see
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 88.
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If you want to recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you can choose the
System Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. For more information, see
Recovering using
HP Recovery Manager on page 88.
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If you have replaced the hard drive, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to
restore the factory image to the replacement drive. For more information, see
Recovering using HP
Recovery Manager on page 88.
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If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager
offers the Remove Recovery Partition option.
For more information, see
Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 90.
Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery
When your computer is not working properly and you need to regain system stability, the Windows
Refresh option allows you to start fresh and keep what is important to you.
IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any traditional applications that were not originally installed on the
system at the factory.
NOTE: During Refresh, a list of removed traditional applications will be saved so that you have a
quick way to see what you might need to reinstall. See Help and Support for instructions on reinstalling
traditional applications. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.
NOTE: You may be prompted for your permission or password when using Refresh. See Windows
Help and Support for more information. From the Start screen, type h, and then select
Help and Support.
To start Refresh:
1. On the Start screen, point to the far-right upper or lower corner of the screen to display
the charms.
2. Click Settings.
3. Click Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select General
from the PC settings screen.
4. Under Refresh your PC without affecting your files, select Get started, and follow the
on-screen instructions.
Restore and recovery
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